Get help, advice and information on all your Home and Family issues. http://advice-and.info/Home-and-Family/chairs.htm Sun, 03 Aug 2008 21:08:06 GMT en The recliner is one of the most common types of furniture found in the home. Many people spend a great deal of time in their recliner watching TV or reading. For those that are mobility challenged due to arthritis, muscular disease, or age may find getting up after sitting for an extended period of time to be very difficult. A lift chair is a special lifting aid that has the functionality of a recliner, but has a base that can be raised. This raised base makes coming to a standing position much easier and safer. There are several different manufacturers of lift chairs. One of the most well known is Golden Technologies. They manufacture many different types and styles of lift chairs. Their MaxiComfort Line is very innovative and is currently the only lift chair that offers the zero gravity sitting position. NASA developed the zero gravity sitting position to improve the circulation of their astronauts. The legs are slightly raised so that they are above the heart, and this greatly improves circulation, can reduce swelling, and helps relieve pressure on the spinal cord by eliminating disc compression. The chair helps to maintain the natural curves of the back, and in addition this sitting position helps to improve lung capacity. http://advice-and.info/Home-and-Family/86688_Lift_Chairs_And_Zero_Gravity.html Mon, 19 May 2008 22:35:05 GMT There comes a time in everyone life that it will no longer be as easy to come to a standing position. This can be due to muscular diseases, arthritis, and old age, but does not have to mean an end of mobility. After having been sitting for an extended period of time the muscles stiffen and it can become very painful to stand up. This can be hard on your muscles and bones as well as those of your family if they must help you stand. A lift chair can solve this problem and works by using an electric motor to raise the base into the air via a remote control or buttons on the armrest. You may be tempted to purchase a used lift chair from the internet or newspaper but this is seldom a good idea. New lift chairs are relatively inexpensive and will last for many years. If you buy a used lift chair you have no way of knowing the condition of the motor or what has been spilled on the chair. All lift chairs are rated up to a certain weight capacity. People do not always follow this, though, which puts a good deal of strain on the electric motor and will in time result in a burned out motor. If you buy a used lift chair that has been mistreated, it is possible that it will work when you buy it only to fail a short time later when you most need it. http://advice-and.info/Home-and-Family/83301_Used_Lift_Chairs_A_Risky_Investment.html Fri, 28 Mar 2008 10:06:06 GMT Every one has or has had that favorite sitting chair that perfectly fits the body and is just right for sleeping. Eventually, whether due to old age, arthritis, or muscular diseases, it can become very hard to get up from your chair especially if you have been sitting down for a while. A lift chair can help solve this problem and keeps you from having to rely on family members, loved ones, or paid nurses to help you get around your own home. They also are extremely comfortable and are great for watching TV, reading, and taking a nap. A lift chair is a recliner that is completely motorized. The backrest and foot rest are controlled by a remote or a set of buttons on the side of the chair and the base raises and lowers making it easy to stand and to sit down. There are many different types of lift chairs and there are even some that use a spring. Lift chairs that use a spring are incredibly unsafe. Where an electric lift chair slowly and carefully raises and lowers at a very safe speed, a spring loaded lift chair almost catapults or jerks the seated individual to a standing position. A spring loaded lift chair can result in falls, bruises, and puts much mores strain on the muscles than an electric powered lift chair. http://advice-and.info/Home-and-Family/83297_Lift_Chairs_Comfortable_And_Practical.html Fri, 28 Mar 2008 09:41:44 GMT Many people do not like to admit when they need help. They may think that by asking for help they are showing weakness, showing their age, or putting an undo burden on their family. Really, it is the simple things that can be the hardest to ask for help for. This includes things like getting up off the couch or going to the bathroom. These simple tasks are no longer all that simple when you start to get older, but they do not have to be impossible to do on your own. Lift chairs help you reclaim your independence and keep you from having to rely on your family or friends to do these tasks. Lift chairs are used to lift an individual into a standing position or to lower them into a sitting position. When many people think of this type of home medical equipment they picture a cold sterile looking hospital like device that has handrails. Nothing could be further from the truth. Lift chairs come in all shapes and sizes. With many great types of fabrics that are resistant to stains and will look great in any room, lift chairs can become a handsome addition to any room. http://advice-and.info/Home-and-Family/82407_Lift_Chairs_-_Comfortable_And_Practical.html Sat, 22 Mar 2008 00:16:02 GMT A lift chair is a medical device that is designed to help individuals with mobility related disabilities rise from a sitting position, or to sit down. Lift chairs move at a very slow and steady pace. This is imperative because it ensures that the person will be able to get to a standing position safely. There are many different colors available, so it will not be a problem at all to find the perfect match for your existing dcor. Before you purchase your new lift chair you should have an idea of the sitting dimensions that will best suit your needs. The easiest and most reliable way is to measure your existing chair so you have a benchmark for comparing the new chairs measurements. If your existing chair is too small then make sure the new one has bigger measurements and vice versa. http://advice-and.info/Home-and-Family/82368_Measuring_For_Your_Lift_Chairs.html Sat, 22 Mar 2008 01:01:34 GMT Almost everyone has that one favorite chair. You know the one that is so worn that your wife or family is always, jokingly, threatening to throw it out. It can be very hard for us to give up our favorite chair, but now there is a great reason. If you or someone you love has trouble standing up than a lift chair is for you. Lift chairs work by raising the seat at a very slow and steady pace that leaves the user in a near standing position. This can be a lifesaver because it reduces strain to the backs and legs and prevents accidents that can arise when we stand up. Remember to measure your old seats dimensions so that you have an idea of the measurements that you will need. In addition to greatly increasing your independence and mobility these chairs are also extremely comfortable. Whether you enjoy watching TV, reading, or taking a nap lift chairs will quickly become your favorite chair. With a built in remote control it is possible to operate the back and built in ottoman. This is a big step up from those chairs that have a handle on the side, which in and of itself can present a challenge to those that are mobility or visually impaired. Many chairs also have built in heat and massage. There is nothing like watching your favorite program on TV and relaxing to a nice warm massage. http://advice-and.info/Home-and-Family/81610_Comforts_Of_Lift_Chairs.html Tue, 18 Mar 2008 16:19:52 GMT If you suffer from muscular dystrophy than some of even the most remedial chores can be excruciatingly painful and hard. Muscular dystrophy can lead to decreased balance, frequent falls, and difficulty sitting or standing. Things that, to those without disability, seem so simple, like getting out of the recliner to go to the bathroom, can be extremely hard. Rather than having to hire a live in nurse or personal aid, a lift chair can provide a valuable service to those with muscular dystrophy. Most lift chairs utilize a motor to raise and lower the cushioned portion of the chair. At the push of a button the user is raised or lowered and can literally be on their feet in a matter of a few seconds with no outside assistance. By using the attached remote control you can push a button and do what once was impossible and stand by yourself. http://advice-and.info/Home-and-Family/81362_Lift_Chairs_And_Muscular_Dystrophy.html Fri, 14 Mar 2008 06:07:43 GMT Everyone likes to save money and get a good deal. That is the main reason we buy something used. There are some things, however, that are better bought new. For example you probably dont want to buy a used bed from a stranger. Used laptops are also often unreliable. The problem with buying these types of used products is that you really dont know how they have been treated or how they have been used. Another item that is best bought new is a Lift Chair. Lift Chairs are comfortable chairs that raise or lower you to a sitting or standing position. They are great when you start to get old and can no longer stand or sit easily. They provide a very valuable service to many older Americans and those with medical disabilities. http://advice-and.info/Home-and-Family/80977_Lift_Chairs_Better_Bought_New.html Sun, 09 Mar 2008 03:45:01 GMT Most everyone has heard the story of the Fountain of Youth. One popular story is of the well know Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon and his quest for the Fountain of Youth. Ponce de Leon sailed with Columbus on his second trip to what was to become the United States of America. Ponce decided to stay in Puerto Rico and became very well known. While Governor he heard many stories of a special place whose waters were said to keep you young. Ponce made it his quest to search for this magical place and while he never found it, he had many adventures along the way and helped to shape history. Of course everyone knows there is no magical fountain of youth. So when your body starts to show its age, there is no magic potion that will restore your youth. There are, however, many ways to help you live more comfortably and keep your independence. So if you struggle getting up or sitting down a lift chair may be for you. A lift chair works by slowly raising you to a standing position or slowly lowering you to a sitting position. This eliminates a large amount of strain on the body and can make you feel better. http://advice-and.info/Home-and-Family/80975_Lift_Chairs_And_The_Fountain_Of_Youth.html Sun, 09 Mar 2008 03:45:08 GMT Age is an inevitable fact of life. We will all age, there is really no fountain of youth, and no way to keep age from finding us. Possibly the most frustrating aspect of aging is the loss of our mobility and independence. Having the ability to remain independent throughout the aging process is a very important aspect in many lives. Knowing that we can come and go as we please without help is crucial in respect to our self confidence. A lift chair is a wonderful resource for retaining or regaining your independence. With a lift chair, you have the ability to move from a sitting to a standing position without any help from others. Many styles of lift chairs are available, as well as different aspects of reclining positions. A lift chair can help you to regain your confidence by ensuring that you will be able to go from sitting to standing, without the fear of falling. http://advice-and.info/Home-and-Family/68586_Lift_Chairs_Restoring_Independence_For_The_Elderly.html Tue, 20 Nov 2007 03:03:10 GMT Lift chairs are designed to make the process of sitting in a chair and getting up an easier task, generally for people with limited mobility problems, back problems, arthritis, or other illness or accidents. They work by lowering the user into the sitting position. When the user wants to get up, the chair will lift and tilt them into an upright standing position. Lift chairs typically take the strain off the back and legs and can be very beneficial to someone who is recuperating from surgery. There are many styles of lift chairs available from simple models to more luxurious models. Many lift chairs simply look like basic recliners. They are probably the most economical way to go, and come in many different colors and fabrics so you can match them perfectly with your current home dcor. http://advice-and.info/Home-and-Family/67724_Different_Types_Of_Lift_Chairs.html Fri, 09 Nov 2007 15:18:19 GMT